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This video explains the importance of iron to the rise and fall of a the Kush empire and how it gave women a lot more rights than many empires. A good overview and can also be used to stress the importance of conservation of natural resources. (02:25)
Found by freealan in Misc. African History
February 23, 2012 at 05:10 PM
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This West African Empire rose from the ashes of Empire of Ghana around 1240 C.E. (01:12)
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July 8, 2016 at 01:44 PM
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In this video clip, from WatchMojo.com, learn about the first great empire in history, the Portuguese Empire. Learn about the extent of the empire, its history, and the empire's great explorer Vasco de Gama. (1:08)
Found by CourtneyMorrison in History of Portugal
March 27, 2012 at 10:10 PM
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Persia became an empire under Cyrus the Great. This History Channel documentary offers information about the evolution of the empire of Persia and is suitable for high school students. Narration by Peter Weller and other scholars.
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Found by teresahopson in "Engineering an Empire" series (5 parts)
August 6, 2009 at 11:03 AM
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This history channel documentary refers to Aborigines in Australia who suffered from unemployment and many other consequences of discrimination. In Canada Indians are also victim of discrimination. Eskimos are encouraged by the government to live is small settlements. There are accounts of people of the time. Indigenous people struggle against the legacy of the Empire. In Africa, the natives have also suffered harsh reality. South Africa becomes independent and apartheid is strong. There is civil war. (09:32)
Found by helpingnorth in British Empire After WWII
July 29, 2009 at 05:07 PM
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For over 3,000 years Egypt was ruled by Pharaohs. But in that last sweep of time, one pharaoh stands out. He would reign for 67 years, command the largest empire on earth and capture the imagination of the world. His name was Ramesses (or Rameses). This documentary, which explores the importance of the pyramids to the Egyptian civilization, is suitable for middle school and high school grades.
Found by teresahopson in "Pharaohs of the Sun" (series)
August 21, 2009 at 02:03 AM
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Despite reaching its peak of influence at the beginning of the 20th century, this empire originated at the end of the 1400s. This three-minute video explores the rise and fall of this one-time world empire. (03:09)
Found by teresahopson in British History Overview
April 30, 2011 at 11:08 AM
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For over 3,000 years Egypt was ruled by Pharaohs. But in that last sweep of time, one pharaoh stands out. He would reign for 67 years, command the largest empire on earth and capture the imagination of the world. His name was Ramesses (or Rameses). This documentary, which explores the importance of the pyramids to the Egyptian civilization, is suitable for middle school and high school grades. (06:03)
Found by teresahopson in "Pharaohs of the Sun" (series)
August 21, 2009 at 02:01 AM
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For over 3,000 years Egypt was ruled by Pharaohs. But in that last sweep of time, one pharaoh stands out. He would reign for 67 years, command the largest empire on earth and capture the imagination of the world. His name was Ramesses (or Rameses). This documentary, which explores the importance of the pyramids to the Egyptian civilization, is suitable for middle school and high school grades. (05:30)
Found by teresahopson in "Pharaohs of the Sun" (series)
August 21, 2009 at 02:04 AM
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For over 3,000 years Egypt was ruled by Pharaohs. But in that last sweep of time, one pharaoh stands out. He would reign for 67 years, command the largest empire on earth and capture the imagination of the world. His name was Ramesses (or Rameses). This documentary is suitable for middle school and high school grades. (05:57)
Found by teresahopson in "Pharaohs of the Sun" (series)
August 21, 2009 at 02:08 AM
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Persia became an empire under Cyrus the Great. This History Channel documentary offers information about the evolution of the empire of Persia and is suitable for high school students. Narration by Peter Weller and other scholars.
Found by teresahopson in "Engineering an Empire" series (5 parts)
August 6, 2009 at 10:59 AM
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For over 3,000 years Egypt was ruled by Pharaohs. But in that last sweep of time, one pharaoh stands out. He would reign for 67 years, command the largest empire on earth and capture the imagination of the world. His name was Ramesses (or Rameses). This documentary, which explores the importance of the pyramids to the Egyptian civilization, is suitable for middle school and high school grades. (06:29)
Found by teresahopson in "Pharaohs of the Sun" (series)
August 21, 2009 at 02:05 AM
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This animated video shows the spread of some of the largest empires known. Students would benefit from a world map of their own as well as a word wall with all of the empires listed. Deals mainly with Europe and Africa. Some segments aren't empires. Odd background music is played. No commentary. (03:07).
Found by freealan in World History
January 13, 2011 at 09:06 PM
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At 9:49 a.m. on Saturday, July 28, 1945, a B-25 Mitchell bomber, lost in fog over Manhattan, slammed into the 79th floor of the Empire State Building, killing 14 people and injuring two dozen. A couple of hours later, a Mutual Broadcasting System reporter interviews eyewitnesses who made a safe escape. (4:09)
Found by CourtneyMorrison in History of Aviation
August 18, 2012 at 10:14 PM
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Persia became an empire under Cyrus the Great. This History Channel documentary offers information about the evolution of the empire of Persia and is suitable for high school students. Narration by Peter Weller and other scholars.
Found by teresahopson in "Engineering an Empire" series (5 parts)
August 6, 2009 at 11:01 AM
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For over 3,000 years Egypt was ruled by Pharaohs. But in that last sweep of time, one pharaoh stands out. He would reign for 67 years, command the largest empire on earth and capture the imagination of the world. His name was Ramesses (or Rameses). This documentary, which explores the importance of the pyramids to the Egyptian civilization, is suitable for middle school and high school grades.
Found by teresahopson in "Pharaohs of the Sun" (series)
August 21, 2009 at 02:00 AM
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Genghis Khan was made ruler of all Mongols in 1206, and it was at this point the empire began its rise to power. Within one century, the Mongols had become one of history’s greatest. As with most world powers, the empire eventually crumbled, but the lasting consequences of this empire’s impact can still be seen today. In this video, WatchMojo.com explores the rise, dominance, and fall of this one-time world empire. (2:50)
Found by CourtneyMorrison in "Mongol Invasion of Europe"-Series
March 28, 2012 at 11:12 PM
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The world-famous Empire State Building is a symbol of New York City and one of the world's most popular tourist attractions. It was once named the 8th modern wonder of the world. In this video clip, learn more facts about the Empire State building. (1:59)
Found by CourtneyMorrison in Empire State Building
April 19, 2012 at 04:25 PM
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Persia became an empire under Cyrus the Great. This History Channel documentary offers information about the evolution of the empire of Persia and is suitable for high school students. Narration by Peter Weller and other scholars.
Found by teresahopson in "Engineering an Empire" series (5 parts)
August 6, 2009 at 11:00 AM
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The Mongol Empire was founded by Genghis Khan, the most successful military leader ever and the subject of this 2:30 long video. A fun video and easy for students to follow if they have a map to follow the large number of countries mentioned.
Found by freealan in "Heritage of Gengis Khan" (series)
September 23, 2011 at 09:00 PM
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For over 3,000 years Egypt was ruled by Pharaohs. But in that last sweep of time, one pharaoh stands out. He would reign for 67 years, command the largest empire on earth and capture the imagination of the world. His name was Ramesses (or Rameses). This documentary, which explores the importance of the pyramids to the Egyptian civilization, is suitable for middle school and high school grades.
Found by teresahopson in "The Last Great Pharaoh" (series)
August 21, 2009 at 01:23 AM
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The British Empire was, at the height of its influence, the most powerful empire in history, and was the chief global power for over a century. Beginning their quest at the end of the fifteenth century, Britain only reached the peak of its control during the twentieth century. The lasting impacts of this empire can be seen in the form of popular sports such as soccer, rugby and golf, the use of the British parliamentary system and in the spread of the English language throughout the world. In this video, WatchMojo.com explores the rise, dominance, and fall of this one-time world empire. (03:08)
Found by CourtneyMorrison in British History Overview
October 14, 2012 at 02:37 PM
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This documentary explores how a group of wandering nomads built a massive empire. (1:27:33)
Found by teresahopson in Aztecs - An Overview
July 7, 2014 at 08:28 AM
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For over 3,000 years Egypt was ruled by Pharaohs. But in that last sweep of time, one pharaoh stands out. He would reign for 67 years, command the largest empire on earth and capture the imagination of the world. His name was Ramesses (or Rameses). This documentary, which explores the importance of the pyramids to the Egyptian civilization, is suitable for middle school and high school grades.
Found by teresahopson in "The Last Great Pharaoh" (series)
August 21, 2009 at 01:25 AM
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This video is in lecture format and discusses how Rome's civil engineering contributed as much to the empire as did its weapons. The video begins by talking in depth about the social unrest in the 1st century, and how it paved the way for the tyrant rulers like Julius Caeser. (27:30)
Found by Mrs Jefferies in The Western Tradition: Ancient Rome
March 20, 2011 at 11:44 PM
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